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1940
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2014
Guy Farnsworth Obituary
Guy Norris Farnsworth, 73, of Cobalt, CT died Saturday, June 7, 2014; Born on October 18, 1940, son of the late Philip and Dorothy (Monarque) Farnsworth. He was a graduate of Glastonbury High, class of 1958. He will be especially missed by his life partner, Helen Coleman, with whom he enjoyed a full wonderful life on the Connecticut River in Cobalt, CT. He also is survived by his son, Brian Farnsworth and Shelley Miles; granddaughters: Taylor Farnsworth and Allison Thompson; a brother Philip Farnsworth, a sister Donna Indomenico and husband Pat, a sister, E. Marie Metcalf, his cousin John Sandstrom and his wife Dorothy as well as their son, John. Guy was predeceased by his wif Sandra Abrahamson Farnsworth and 2 sons; Guy Jr. and Mark Farnsworth. Guy was a veteran of the US Naval Submarine service ans a lighting engineer for LSI. He will also be missed by his many friends in the Porsche club and golf league. He was a wildlife enthusiast, a gourmet cook and enjoyed collecting antiques and traveling. A memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 13, 2014 at the First Congregational Church of Coventry, 1171 Main Street, Coventry, CT at 1:00 pm. His burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Middlesex Hospital Hospice on the 7th floor at the Middlesex Hospital.
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Pamela Farnsworth Jones
June 7, 2023
Remembering my lovely Uncle Guy today and always.
Pamela Farnsworth Jones
Pamela Farnsworth Jones
June 5, 2022
Thinking of you Dear Uncle Guy and remembering you fondness and love. xx
Pamela Farnsworth Jones
June 5, 2021
Remembering you with love - your niece Pamela Farnsworth Jones
Pamela Farnsworth Jones
June 5, 2020
To Dear Uncle Guy, thinking of you with love from all the family. x
Brenda Welliver
June 5, 2019
Its so hard to believe it has bee five years since Guy has been gone. Maybe gone, but never forgotten.
I have paid my respects to Sandy, Mark, Chip and Guy every year when I visit my own guys in Coventry.
Over the years since Newport, Rhode Island we shared many good times and I only have fond memories... and Im so happy for our adventures and time together.
Brenda welliver
Mrs. Pamela Farnsworth Jones
August 11, 2014
On behalf of all of Uncle Guy's neices and nephews we would like to say that we couldn't have wished for a kinder and more loving Uncle. We will forever miss you. x
Raymond Fritz
July 21, 2014
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our most sincere condolences and sympathy to Helen, Brian (Shelly), and all of Guy's family and friends in this time of sorrow. God bless you with peace, comfort you, and heal your broken hearts. We are especially thankful for Guy's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
So, heavenly Father add his name to the roll
Of our departed shipmates still on patrol.
Let them know that we who survive
Will always keep their memories alive.
Bless those who serve beneath the deep,
Through lonely hours their vigil keep.
May peace their mission ever be!
Protect each one, we ask of Thee.
Bless those at home who wait and pray
For their return by night and day.
Guy Norris Farnsworth, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
His record is now posted online in the Eternal Patrol file on the USSVI website.
Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
Brenda Welliver
June 23, 2014
Brian, I am still in disbelief. Your mom and dad were friends from the commissary days back in Newport. Cars and kids were our connection. LOTS of memories. I will visit your folks when I pay respects to my 'guys' in Coventry. I am sorry for your losses. Alan and David also send their condolences.
June 19, 2014
So sorry to hear of Guy' passing. Our thoughts are with you. Judy and Neil Fresk
June 13, 2014
You were a special friend to Frank and I when we were first dating. Lots of visits with your family and of course you were very special to Frank and I know you will be sorely missed by many. May your memory always be cherished by those you touched. God bless your soul.
Willie Simon
June 13, 2014
Nothing but really good memories of Guy he was a great man and will be missed by many...
June 13, 2014
I am so sorry to you and your family... My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your dad RIP and I'm sure your brothers will meet him at the gate xoxoxoxoxox
susan Ahern
June 13, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss,sending prayers for the family
Nancy Grasso
June 12, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you!
June 12, 2014
Guy was the best. He was a good friend. So sorry.
June 11, 2014
Guy was one of the first people I met in the lighting industry and was always kind and helpful to me as we worked together for many years. He will be dearly missed.
Jenilee Wirtz
June 11, 2014
I only had the opportunity to meet Guy a few short times but can honestly say that his smile and cheer were unmistakable. What a joy to be around; what a caring individual. Our thoughts are with Helen, Guy's family, and particularly Ally whom I also was fortunate to meet during our encounters with Guy. Guy touched the hearts of many, God Bless.
Our wonderful friend
Sandi Corsaro
June 11, 2014
John Geiss
June 11, 2014
You have my deepest sympathy on the death of your father.
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